Museum Archive: Vintage Acme K.O. Wobbler, 1/8oz Nickel / Red fishing spoon #4237

Stamped clearly into the polished nickel surface, the iconic "K.O. WOBBLER" text marks this vintage Acme spoon as a genuine USA-made piece. Weighing 1/8 oz (3.5 g), the compact body spans 1 1/4" (3.1 cm) and features the "Sonic flipper tail"—a small metal fin attached to the rear split ring intended to provide auditory appeal during a steady retrieve. While the catalog lists the color as Nickel / Red, the accent strip along the edge presents as a striking fluorescent orange that contrasts sharply with the high-gloss reflective plating. The hardware, including the original bronzed treble hook and sturdy split rings, is in 5/5 condition. Logged under product code 4237, this specimen demonstrates the specialized metal-on-metal construction characteristic of Acme's early production runs.